How much does a hot water system cost in Brisbane?
Most hot water replacements in Brisbane cost $800–$6,000
supply and installation
Electric storage systems in Brisbane start from $800. Gas storage is $1,200–$3,500. Heat pumps cost $3,000–$6,000 before government rebates — after rebates, expect $2,000–$5,000.
+5.6%
Hot Water System costs in Brisbane have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Hot Water System Cost in Brisbane
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A hot water system in Brisbane costs $800–$2,500 for electric storage, $1,200–$3,500 for gas storage, $1,500–$3,000 for continuous flow gas, and $3,000–$6,000 for a heat pump (before rebates). Government rebates can reduce heat pump costs by $800–$1,000+ in most states.
Detailed Pricing — Brisbane 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric storage (supply + install) | $800installed | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Gas storage (supply + install) | $1,200installed | $2,200 | $3,500 |
| Continuous flow gas | $1,500installed | $2,200 | $3,000 |
| Heat pump (supply + install) | $3,000installed | $4,200 | $6,000 |
| Heat pump (after rebates) | $2,000installed | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Solar hot water | $3,500installed | $5,000 | $7,000 |
| Tempering valve install | $150per job | $250 | $400 |
| Hot water repair (general) | $150per job | $300 | $500 |
| Anode replacement | $200per job | $350 | $500 |
| Old system removal + disposal | $100per job | $200 | $350 |
| Emergency hot water replacement | $1,500installed | $2,800 | $4,500 |
| Running cost (electric, annual) | $500/year | $700 | $1,000 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Brisbane metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.